Heart-Healthy Crispy Fried Potato Sticks
Savor the irresistible crunch of these **Heart-Healthy Crispy Fried Potato Sticks**, a guilt-free twist on a classic comfort food. Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper, these golden potato sticks are baked instead of deep-fried for a lighter, wholesome alternative. By soaking the russet potatoes to remove excess starch and baking them at high heat, you’ll achieve a crispy exterior with a tender inside, all without compromising your health goals. Topped with fresh parsley for a pop of flavor and color, this nutritious snack or side dish is easy to prepare and packed with heart-healthy ingredients like extra virgin olive oil. Enjoy these crispy potato sticks straight from the oven for a satisfying, crowd-pleasing treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Wash and peel the russet potatoes. Cut them into thin, uniform sticks about 1/4 inch wide.
Place the potato sticks in a large bowl of cold water and let them soak for at least 10 minutes to remove excess starch. This helps to achieve a crispier texture.
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Drain the potatoes and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel to remove any excess moisture.
In a large bowl, toss the potato sticks with extra virgin olive oil to coat evenly.
Add garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Toss again to ensure all the potato sticks are well-seasoned.
Spread the seasoned potato sticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring there is space between each stick for even cooking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through the cooking time. Check for a golden-brown color and a crispy texture.
Once done, remove the potato sticks from the oven and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve immediately as a delicious and heart-healthy snack or side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
943 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.5 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1286 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 158.5 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 21.4 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 139 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 4054 mg | 86% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
